Ubiquiti NanoStation loco M5
Score: 75/100
D-Link DWM-311
Score: 72/100Rankings
The Ubiquiti NanoStation Loco M5 is a compact 5 GHz outdoor CPE with a built-in 13 dBi antenna delivering up to 150 Mbps real-world throughput over 10+ km. Its older 802.11n chipset and 10/100 Mbps Ethernet limit maximum speed and wired capacity. Best for hobbyists or small ISPs needing an affordable, long-range 5 GHz backhaul.
The D-Link DWM-311-B1 is a compact, rugged 4G LTE Cat 4 modem that offers a dedicated Gigabit Ethernet bridge for M2M applications. Its lack of Wi-Fi, PoE and visual status indicators limits flexibility in deployments. Best suited for industrial kiosks, POS terminals and other wired remote equipment that need carrier flexibility.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
300 Mbpsbest | 150 Mbps | |
1best | 1best | |
| ↓ lower better | 499 g | 181 gbest |
15,000 mbest | — | |
| ↓ lower better | 5.5 Wbest | — |
13 dBibest | — | |
24 Vbest | 5 V |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Ports(1) | ||
Ethernet Port Speed | 100 | Gigabit |
Performance(1) | ||
Maximum Data Rate (Mbps) | 300 Mbps | 150 Mbps |
Battery & Power(1) | ||
Input Voltage (V) | 24 V | 5 V |
Build & Design(3) | ||
Weight (g) | 499 g | 181 g |
Dimensions (L×W×H) (mm) | 76.2 x 63.5 x 177.8 mm | 78x68x27 mm |
Mounting Options | Pole | Wall mount, DIN-rail |
General(1) | ||
Operating Temperature (°C) | -30 to 75 °C | -30 to 60 °C |
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Professional reviewers consider the NanoStation Loco M5 a strong value proposition for affordable 5 GHz backhaul, emphasizing its compact size, integrated 13 dBi antenna, and airMAX TDMA efficiency. While praised for real-world throughput and spectrum tools, they caution that its 10/100 Mbps Ethernet and legacy 802.11n chipset limit its appeal against newer AC/AX models.
Everyday users generally like the device's long-range capability, easy pole-mount installation, and low power draw, especially for remote or solar-powered sites. Recurring concerns revolve around 2.4 GHz interference in crowded areas, the lack of Gigabit Ethernet, and occasional performance limits due to the older hardware.
“covers multitudes of devices”
“ideal for residential or small building use”
“great reach at 13 dBi”
Independent professional reviews were not found in the available sources.
No consumer reviews or user feedback were identified. The lack of user‑generated content suggests limited public exposure, typical for specialized industrial equipment, and no recurring praise or complaints were captured.
